Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh visited the historic Chamundeshwari Temple atop Chamundi Hills in Karnataka this week to offer prayers and perform rituals. His visit follows a directive from the Karnataka High Court regarding a legal case tied to his mimicry of a scene from the movie Kantara. During his temple visit, the actor participated in religious ceremonies and reportedly made personal vows.
Viral mimicry and sacred sentiments:
The controversy began last December during the closing ceremony of the International Film Festival of India in Goa. Ranveer faced intense public criticism after he imitated a sacred sequence from Rishab Shetty’s upcoming film. Observers felt the performance was insensitive. On the occasion, the Gully Boy star referred to the sacred daivas as ghosts. A video clip of the segment went viral online and sparked widespread backlash. At that time, Rishab Shetty himself said, “That makes me uncomfortable. While much of the film is cinema and performance, the Daiva element is sensitive and sacred.”
In April, the Dhurandhar 2 actor filed a revised affidavit with the Karnataka High Court in connection with the legal dispute. The court noted that the matter was nearing a resolution. It subsequently ordered Ranveer to offer prayers at the Chamundeshwari Temple within a four-week deadline.
Ranveer Singh’s apology after controversy:
Before the court case, the actor did issue an apology for his on-stage behaviour. “I have always deeply respected every culture, tradition, and belief in our country. If I’ve hurt anyone’s sentiments, I sincerely apologise,” he wrote on Instagram.
Huge impact of Kantara
The immense cultural impact of the Kantara franchise, led by Rishab Shetty, is well-known. The original film, released in 2022, became a massive pan-Indian phenomenon by blending intense action with deep-rooted regional folklore and indigenous spiritual traditions. Its 2025 prequel was an even bigger box office hit.
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